Mountland — a Guide for 6-Year-Olds

Hi! Mountland is the name we can use for a place with lots of mountains and high hills. Let’s learn about it step by step. I will use short sentences and fun ideas.

1. What is Mountland?

Mountland is full of mountains. Mountains are very tall piles of rock that stick up high above the land. The top is called the peak. The low places between mountains are called valleys.

2. How were the mountains made?

1. Long ago, the ground moved like big sheets. When they pushed together, the ground buckled and rose up.
2. You can think of it like squishing playdough so it makes little hills and peaks.

3. Who lives in Mountland?

• Animals: goats, deer, birds, and sometimes bears. Mountain goats are good climbers!
• Plants: small trees, grasses, and colorful flowers that can grow on rocks.
• People: some people live in small houses or visit to hike and look at the view.

4. What is the weather like?

At the top it is colder and windier. Sometimes there is snow on the peak even when it is warm down low. Weather can change fast, so you must be ready.

5. Fun things to do in Mountland

• Go for a short hike with a grown-up and look for pretty rocks and flowers.
• Have a picnic and listen to bird songs.
• Use binoculars to see faraway trees and rivers.

6. Safety rules

• Always go with a grown-up.
• Wear good shoes and a warm jacket.
• Carry water and a snack.
• Stay on the path and don’t climb on steep rocks alone.

7. Quick drawing activity

Grab paper and crayons and try this:

1. Draw a tall triangle for the mountain.
2. Put a little circle at the top for the peak.
3. Draw trees and a river in the valley.
4. Color a goat on the rocks and a sun in the sky.

Little rhyme to remember

Mountland is high, Mountland is grand, climb with care, and hold my hand!

If you want, tell me what you drew and I can help you name the things in your picture.